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2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Approximate Fluid Capacities

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Approximate Fluid Capacities
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The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations  for more information. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Application Specification
Metric English
Cooling System
  • 2.8L HF V6 - RPO LP1
 10.0 liters 10.6 quarts
  • 3.6L HF V6 - RPOs LY7 and LLT
 11.3 liters 12.0 quarts
Engine Oil With Filter
  • 2.8L HF V6 - RPO LP1
 5.7 liters 6.0 quarts
  • 3.6L HF V6 - RPOs LY7 and LLT
 5.7 liters 6.0 quarts
Engine Oil Without Filter
  • 3.6L HF V6 - RPOs LY7 and LLT
 5.20 liters 5.5 quarts
Front Differential 0.7 liters 0.74 quarts
Fuel Tank 66.2 liters 17.5 gallons
Rear Differential Driveline/Axle - Locking/Limited Slip
  • Drain and Fill With Cover Removed
 1.2 liters 1.27 quarts
  • Drain and Fill With Use of Drain Plug
 1.0 liters 1.06 quarts
Rear Differential Driveline/Axle - Locking/Limited Slip Additive
  • Limited Slip Additive Drain and Fill With Cover Removed*
 100 ml 3.38 oz
  • Limited Slip Additive Drain and Fill With Use of Drain Plug*
 70 ml 2.37 oz
Transmission/Transaxle
  • Pan Removal and Filter Replacement - Approximate Capacity
 6.3 liters 6.7 quarts
  • Overhaul - Approximate Capacity
 10.6 liters 11.2 quarts
  • Complete Trans System - Approximate Capacity
 10.8 liters 11.4 quarts
  • Manual Transmission - Aisin AV6
 1.8 liters 1.9 quarts
* The limited slip additive container capacity is greater than the amount needed. Only add the specified amount.
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